Description:

China, Ming to early Qing Dynasty, Ca. 17th to 19th century CE. Incredibly detailed antique ivory carving of the Goddess Durga, an incarnation of Devi or the Mother Goddess. She is believed to be the supreme reality in the Hinduism, the one who manifested when evil forces threatened the very existence of the Gods. The literal meaning of Durga in Sanskrit is the one who is invincible and indomitable. She stands upon a snake charmer, hooded cobra in his right hand. On custom base. 6"H not including base. Note: This example precedes the current US ban on ivory by 200 years. Provenance: Ex-Dr. Charles Smithen collection, Palm beach, FL acquired between 1980 and 1990. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. #102557

  • Condition: Minor losses and repairs, but generally excellent

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